Presented by the Not-for-Profit Council
Running a nonprofit has never been easy — and in today’s climate, it can feel nearly impossible.
Consider this:
- Nearly 3 in 4 nonprofits face staffing shortages
- 95% of nonprofit leaders are concerned about burnout
- Over 70% of organizations report an increased demand for services
- 76% of nonprofits face funding challenges, with more than a third seeing decreased revenue
Join us for our next Nonprofit Council, where we’ll explore the powerful role strategic planning plays in creating stability and renewal—helping organizations align around purpose, strengthen decision-making, and approach the future with confidence. We’ll also get an insider’s look at New Jersey’s state funding environment for nonprofits.
Learn how to:
- Tackle leadership strain and organizational stress
- Make strategic planning a source of confidence and unity
- Integrate financial realities, funding opportunities, engagement, and scenario planning into your strategy
- Build adaptable plans that evolve with changing conditions to keep your mission clear while allowing for agility and innovation
Don’t miss this practical, forward-looking session for tools to turn your next strategic plan into a source of clarity, confidence, and resilience.
About our Speakers
Lauren Hansen-Flaschen
Lauren leads the Strategic and Business Planning practice at Schultz & Williams, helping nonprofits chart clear, actionable paths through inclusive and financially grounded planning. With expertise in stakeholder engagement and facilitation, she guides organizations through growth and change with a focus on sustainability. Drawing on over a decade in Philadelphia’s nonprofit sector, Lauren brings an insider’s understanding of the challenges nonprofits face and how to plan for lasting impact.
Chris Emigholz
Chris is the Chief Government Affairs Officer at the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA), the state’s most influential business organization. With more than two decades of experience in policy, budgeting, and education, Chris brings deep insight into how government decisions impact nonprofits and the broader economy. His career spans leadership roles in state government, education policy, and advocacy—all grounded in a commitment to public service and community engagement.
Georg Dauterman
Georg is the founder and president of Valiant Technology, an award-winning managed technology service provider, where he partners with organizations at all levels to gain a deep understanding of their unique challenges and implement people-first solutions to enable their businesses to grow. With a background in technology and creativity, Georg began his career in IT departments with publishing and advertising agencies, where he learned firsthand the critical need for an organization’s tech needs to align with its business goals. Since joining Valiant in 2004, Georg’s expertise and passion for efficiency has earned him recognition throughout the industry. He holds a degree in history from Queens College and serves on the Global Partner Advisory Board for Datto.
